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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah moves resolution in Assembly demanding repeal of VB-G RAM G law

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has introduced a resolution in the State Assembly demanding the repeal of the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act. The resolution urges the Centre to reinstate the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA) in its original form, citing concerns over reduced state powers and increased financial burden.

The Economic Times 3 Feb 2026 7:07 pm

Pennaiyar dispute: T.N. welcomes SC direction, hopes Centre will form tribunal for sharing water with Karnataka

Tamil Nadus Minister for Water Resources Duraimurugan says Tamil Nadu will take up all necessary measures to get water from the Pennaiyar and the Markandeya

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 6:47 pm

Siddaramaiah directs officials to grant tax exemption to Kannada film 'Landlord'

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has ordered a tax exemption for the Kannada film 'Landlord'. The movie addresses social inequality and caste-based exploitation. The Chief Minister believes cinema can drive social change. This decision supports films that highlight important societal issues.

The Economic Times 3 Feb 2026 5:07 pm

Drone survey for enabling land records stopped after covering 19.19% of villages in Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka

Scattered habitations in DK do not meet the requirement for SVAMITVA habitation level drone mapping and parcel delineation, Karnataka tells Centre

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 4:56 pm

COMEDK entrance exam for engineering colleges in Karnataka on May 9

Hyderabad: Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) entrance exam for admission into 150 unaided engineering colleges in Karnataka will be held on May 9. The applications for the exam will be available from February 3 to March 16. Interested candidates can apply on the COMEDK website, a press release by COMEDK Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Feb 2026 4:38 pm

GM University hosts Budget 2026 panel discussion in Davanagere

Experts who took part in a panel discussion were of the opinion that the Union Budget 2026 is a vital step toward sustainable development

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 4:02 pm

Karnataka Govt Moves Assembly Resolution to Repeal VB-G RAM G Act , Reinstate MGNREGA

BJP members led by Leader of Opposition R Ashoka immediately took strong objection to the move

Deccan Chronicle 3 Feb 2026 3:28 pm

Police to introduce locked house beat system in Belagavi

Those interested can seek police assistance by sending a message to 8277951146, or meet the officials concerned before locking their houses for long periods

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 2:58 pm

Karnataka Medical, Engineering Colleges Admission Test 2026 Registration Begins

COMEDK UGET 2026: Scores will be considered for undergraduate engineering admissions at more than 150 unaided private colleges across Karnataka.

NDTV 3 Feb 2026 2:47 pm

COMEDK 2026 registration begins at comedk.org: Direct link to apply, eligibility details here

COMEDK UGET 2026 registration has begun for engineering admissions. Aspiring students can apply online for the entrance test scheduled for May 9, 2026. The exam is for admission to undergraduate engineering courses in Karnataka's private colleges. Eligibility requires passing Class 12 with specific subjects. Candidates should apply early on comedk.org.

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 2:46 pm

During Ramzan, Karnataka Schools Run On A Different Clock: Know Updated Timings

While the working hours during Ramzan have been reduced, the department has made it clear that there should be no long-term impact on academic instruction.

News18 3 Feb 2026 2:41 pm

Next generation technologies crucial for addressing future agriculture challenges: Himanshu Pathak

He emphasised the crucial role of next generation technologies, including AI, genome editing, genomics, phenomics, machine learning, robotics, drones, and big data analytics, in addressing future challenges in Indian agriculture

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 2:38 pm

Thakur, Jaiswal back for Mumbai's Ranji quarter-final against Karnataka

Mumbai cruised into the knockouts with four wins and three draws in the group stage

Espn CricInfo 3 Feb 2026 12:50 pm

Chief Superintendent of Kalaburagi Central Prison transferred amid inquiry

Kalaburagi Central Prison had been in the news following clashes among inmates, allegations of bribery against prison officials, and reports of prisoners being provided expensive liquor and cigarettes

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 11:48 am

Karnataka Congress crisis: Deputy CM Shivakumar denies rift, says Siddaramaiah and I stand together - Punjab News Express

Karnataka Congress crisis: Deputy CM Shivakumar denies rift, says Siddaramaiah and I stand together Punjab News Express

Google News 3 Feb 2026 10:25 am

Karnataka Council Chairperson Basavaraj Horatti favours budget session in Belagavi

The purpose is to reduce the regional imbalance in terms of development

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 10:09 am

Karnataka Council Chairperson Basavaraj Horatti favours budget session in Belagavi - The Hindu

Karnataka Council Chairperson Basavaraj Horatti favours budget session in Belagavi The Hindu

Google News 3 Feb 2026 10:09 am

Childrens festival held as part of Raichur Zilla Utsav 2026

Children Festival was held at the Mahatma Gandhi district stadium in Raichur on February 2 as part of Raichur Zilla Utsav 2026

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 10:02 am

Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) 2026: Karnataka Bulldozers beat Bengal Tigers to win 3rd title - Deccan Herald

Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) 2026: Karnataka Bulldozers beat Bengal Tigers to win 3rd title Deccan Herald

Google News 3 Feb 2026 9:48 am

Foxconn faces tax dispute in Karnataka, prompting government intervention - digitimes

Foxconn faces tax dispute in Karnataka, prompting government intervention digitimes

Google News 3 Feb 2026 8:08 am

Hate speech bill sent to President Droupadi Murmu; deliberate bid to dump it in cold storage, says Karnataka HM G Parameshwara

In a heated exchange, Karnataka's Home Minister G Parameshwara has accused Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot of intentionally forwarding the Hate Speech and Hate Crime (Prevention) Bill to the President, ostensibly to stall its rollout. The bill, which has already gained approval from the state legislature, is now under fire for 28 contentious points.

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 6:13 am

Union Budget 2026: Boost for Karnataka's Sandalwood, Coconut, Cashew and Cocoa Growers - Deccan Herald

Union Budget 2026: Boost for Karnataka's Sandalwood, Coconut, Cashew and Cocoa Growers Deccan Herald

Google News 3 Feb 2026 4:45 am

After Flyover, Now A Tunnel Road Proposed Via Bandipur

The tunnel proposal came from the Union Minister to address woes of transporters especially from Kerala for 24x7 vehicular movement. The NH-766 links Gundlupet of Chamarajnagar with Kerala via Bandipur Tiger Reserve and vehicular movement has been banned by Karnataka government from dusk to dawn (6 pm to 6 am) to avert road kills of wild animals.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Feb 2026 2:21 am

Muggers rob cash agent of Rs 31L in Bengaluru

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 1:28 am

I am not helpless, but sometimes truth becomes helpless before falsehood, says Karnataka Chief Minister

I am the same Siddaramaiah, and I will continue to be the same Siddaramaiah in future also

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 1:06 am

196 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants deported and another 370 have been identified, says Karnataka Home Minister

Home Minister G. Parameshwara on Monday told the Legislative Assembly that 196 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants had been deported from Karnataka so far, while another 370 had been identified under the ongoing drive in this regard

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 12:53 am

DC Edit | Building Growth, Brick By Brick

In addition to the ongoing Mumbai and Ahmedabad bullet train project and the Delhi-Ahemabad high-speed project, the newly announced seven high-speed rail corridors will connect the most productive regions of the country, namely Delhi, Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Mumbai and Pune (Maharashtra), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Hyderabad (Telangana), and Chennai (Tamil Nadu)

Deccan Chronicle 3 Feb 2026 12:28 am

Always Stood By Siddaramaiah, Will Continue To Do So: DK Shivakumar

Seeking to junk claims of power tussle in the state, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Monday asserted that he has always stood by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and will continue to do so in future as well.

NDTV 3 Feb 2026 12:18 am

Karnataka built its Orange Economy a decade before the term became a political buzzword: Priyank Kharge

State has an ambitious target to create over 50,000 jobs in AVGC sector by end of 2028

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 11:37 pm

Hakki pikki traders stranded in Chad over visa extension

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 11:04 pm

Bhimapalas Music Festival on Feb 4

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 10:57 pm

Unchecked irrigation causing saline soil to spread

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 10:34 pm

WPL 2026: 'This Is Just A New Beginning' - How Rajeshwari Gayakwad Silenced The Doubters

How Rajeshwari Gayakwad: On the eve of Gujarat Giants second appearance in a Women's Premier League (WPL) Eliminator at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara, Rajeshwari Gayakwad exudes a quiet confidence that belies the tumultuous journey that brought her to this juncture. At 34, left-arm spinner Gayakwad is having her best WPL season 10 wickets coming in seven games at an average of 14.50 and economy rate of 7.63. Nothing much is going on. All we have in mind is to play well at any cost and win tomorrow's match. Simply, that's it. I have that confidence in myself and in my team as well. This time, I feel we will play in the finals. We have the confidence to play in the finals, but winning tomorrow's match is very important for us. All we have in our mind is to play well and win tomorrow's match. We will surely play in the finals for the first time, which is going to be a very happy moment. But we will play with confidence tomorrow, Gayakwad told IANS in an exclusive conversation on Monday. For Gujarat Giants, reaching the final for the first time would be historic. But for Rajeshwari, it would be validation of the hard work done in the last 12 months. She didnt perform well in the last three seasons for her previous team UP Warriorz, but this season shes leading the spin bowling attack for GG. With her wide of the crease deliveries and subtle changes in flight and loop trapping batters on spin-friendly pitches in Vadodara. The secret behind her good showings, as per Rajeshwari, has been the improved fitness work, especially after undergoing a knee surgery in September 2024. I got a lot of break from cricket. Since I was in rehab, I was trying to be mentally and physically fit. I have worked a lot on myself. I have given myself a lot of time. I have tried to work on my weaknesses. I have been wanting to play WPL for a year and this is a big break for a player. I have learnt a lot from this break and got time to implement it. I have always tried to give my best and do well whenever I get a chance to bowl. No matter what happens, I always try to do my best to make the team win, she explained. The injury layoff, while devastating at that time, proved to be an unexpected blessing. Away from the intensity of competition, Rajeshwari had the luxury of time to rebuild her fitness, reassess her game, and work on technical refinements that would have been difficult to implement mid-season. When I just came back from rehab, I didn't get a chance to play that many matches last year. I have always learnt a lot of things from the outside whenever I didn't get to play. If a chance to play arrived, I have always tried to implement those things on the field. The physical transformation is evident - fitter and leaner than in previous seasons, Rajeshwari has retained the guile that has always been her hallmark. I did become mentally stronger by learning a lot of things from the outside and I have also taken care of my fitness. You must be thinking that I look fit - I have worked hard on myself. It's my main focus to always do well when on the field and whoever thinks that my time in cricket is over, I have to show them by doing well and saying that 'Yes, I am doing great and I have to play a lot more cricket ahead, she said. For Rajeshwari, the decision to undergo surgery came with the knowledge that the path back would be arduous, and there were no guarantees of returning to her previous best self, including being back in the Indian team. When the surgery was about to happen, I knew that it was not going to be easy for me. I had realized a lot of things like it is going to take time for me to get out of this. At that time, I was mentally very down. When you do know that things are not going to be right in the coming times, it was a very big decision for me to get the surgery done. I knew that it was not going to be easy and will be a tough thing for me. Still, I agreed to get the surgery done. But I did not get a chance to join the team and I was mentally down. It's just that whenever I get a chance to play, I will do my best. That is why I did well in the domestic season as well I was the (third) highest wicket there (in Senior Womens T20 Trophy). What has happened is that age is something everyone talks about, but I don't think that age is a big deal for anyone. Rather than accepting the narrative that her time had passed, especially due to the emergence of young left-arm spinners N Sree Charani and Vaishnavi Sharma, apart from Radha Yadav and Shuchi Upadhaya being given chances, Rajeshwari chose to work hard and come back to playing the game she picked as a kid in Bijapur. As long as I am fit, I can play and I want to drive out that mentality from everyone's mind and make them realise that age is just a number. As long as I want to play, I will play. So, let's see - I have always tried to give my best. A lot of people thought that my cricket career was over, but that is not the case. This is just a new beginning for me and I would like to say that, she said. With WPL 2026 seeing her be back at her best in T20s, Rajeshwari is naturally keen to add more scalps to her international career worth five Tests, 64 ODIs and 58 T20Is. It means a lot to me. Everyone gets a chance after an injury, but I didn't get a chance and I do feel very sad about that. It's okay, as I will play whenever I get a chance. It has felt like everyone gets a chance after an injury, but when it came to me, I didn't get a chance. I should have got a chance and I feel regretful about the fact that I should have got at least one chance. One more thing - I didn't have a bad performance in ODIs, but I am not there in the ODI side. I am on 99 wickets and it does feel that I should have got a chance to play and complete 100 wickets. But I haven't got that chance and I feel I should have got that opportunity, she elaborated. Asked if she still harbors hopes of an India comeback, her response is very direct. If one doesn't look at the age, then I can get a chance. No one cares about the age and if you think about it, you won't get a chance. But if they think I can play, I will get a chance. Through the toughest periods - the surgery, rehabilitation, and being out of action, Rajeshwaris family constantly stayed by her side. There was no one except my family. They have supported me a lot. No one else knew what I was going through. When you do well, people ask about you. But when you need someone, no one supports you and I have noticed this. At that time, no one supported me except my family. Even now, I play for my family because they do think that I can still play cricket. I am able to play now because of my family and their support. Her younger sister, Rameshwari, also a cricketer and played for Karnataka, has become Rajeshwaris most trusted technical advisor and mental support. She plays a very big role in my life. She never thinks about herself when it comes to me. I always consider her more of a mentor than a sister. She is younger than me, but she is more mature than me. Whenever we go home, as of now, I don't have a personal coach for a long time. My sister is everything to me because she understands and tells me everything. We started playing cricket together. She knows what I do wrong and what I do right. We tell and listen to each other about what improvement we can bring to our respective games. She tells me what I am doing wrong or what I used to do right before. She understands everything about bowling and tries to tell me about it and she supports me a lot. The support is unconditional, irrespective of performance or results. She is always happy. My family always supports me - even if I don't get a wicket or pick four-five scalps, they are happy. They just want to see me play well. My family supports me a lot and I can say that I am still playing because of them, she said. This WPL season has seen Gayakwad bowl in contrasting conditions, from the flatter surfaces in Navi Mumbai to the more helpful tracks at Vadodara. Though she didnt get much bowling time in the first half of the competition, the second half has been a productive one for her. The pitches here aid the spinners, while flat pitches were there. But I didn't get many chances to bowl in Navi Mumbai. It was a little challenging for the bowlers there. But the wickets here are slow and the bowlers are getting help. Both the wickets were different, but it is fun to play. Her pre-game preparation, however, eschews the modern trend of elaborate routines like data and analytics. No, nothing like that. I have been playing for so many years. I don't have any routine of that kind. I believe in what is going to happen, will happen. Nothing is the same every day and I believe more in that. The day we do well, the day will be good. If we don't do well, we can't do anything. There are ups and downs in the lives of the players and that's it. Her pre-game preparation, however, eschews the modern trend of elaborate routines like data and analytics. No, nothing like that. I have been playing for so many years. I don't have any routine of that kind. I believe in what is going to happen, will happen. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For her, a crack at playing the WPL final and potentially lifting the trophy will be proof that age is irrelevant, passion endures, and Rajeshwari has no plans of fading away quietly. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 2 Feb 2026 9:38 pm

Aikalabava Kanthabare-Boodabare Jodukare Kambala to celebrate golden jubilee this year

The Kambala will begin at 9.30 a.m. on February 7 at Aikala village in Mangaluru taluk of Dakshina Kannada

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 8:42 pm

CJ Roy death: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan seeks judicial probe; SIT probe will uncover truth, says Karnataka Home Minister

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has requested a judicial inquiry into the death of Confident Group founder CJ Roy. Roy died during an income tax search in Bengaluru. Vijayan highlighted procedural lapses by tax officials. The state government has formed a special investigation team to probe the incident.

The Economic Times 2 Feb 2026 8:35 pm

72-Year-Old Man Arrested for Sexual Assault of Minor Girl in Karnataka

Initially hesitant to report the crime, the girl's family was eventually supported by the community to seek justice.

Deccan Chronicle 2 Feb 2026 8:31 pm

Man hacked to death in Kalaburagi

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:55 pm

Seven-man gang arrested, property worth 27.30 lakh recovered

The arrests were made in the early hours of January 23 following a tip-off that the inter-State gang was targeting vehicles near Tavaragera Cross

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:51 pm

Results out on exam day: Mandya govt. college sets new record

The achievement, rare for a government institution, has drawn appreciation from students, parents and academic circles alike

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:43 pm

Actor inaugurates Mangalya Shopping Mall in Belagavi

A Telangana-based company, which owns the mall, has several such outlets in North Karnataka region

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:40 pm

Karnataka: Governor sent Hate Speech Bill to President to see it goes into cold storage, says Home Minister

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara accused Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot of deliberately sending the state's hate speech bill to the President to delay its implementation. The bill, passed in December, aims to prevent hate speech and maintain social harmony, with penalties including jail time and fines. The Governor's action followed a plea from the opposition BJP.

The Economic Times 2 Feb 2026 7:35 pm

Lack Of Facilities Forces Families To Carry Patients In Arms At Hubballi KIMS In Karnataka

At KIMS Hospital Hubballi, families are forced to carry patients due to a shortage of stretchers, staff, and ambulances, sparking public anger and allegations of negligence.

News18 2 Feb 2026 7:29 pm

Bhagavad Gita now in indigenous Savji dialect; book release tomorrow

A translated version of the Bhagavad Gita in Savji dialect, an indigenous North Karnataka dialect, will be released in Hubballi on Wednesday

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:28 pm

PMB result 2026: Karnataka releases final year results for December 2025 annual examination; check direct link here

The Paramedical Board (PMB) Karnataka has announced the final year results for the December 2025 annual examinations on its official website, pmbkarnataka.org. Students enrolled in paramedical courses can check and download their scorecards using their register number and date of birth. The results include subject-wise marks, total scores, and result status. Provisions for revaluation and supplementary examinations have also been made available.

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 7:27 pm

BELCON construction and housing exhibition in Belagavi from Thursday

Over 1.5 lakh people are expected to visit the exhibition, according to CREDAI

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:22 pm

Workshop on SIR in Belagavi on Saturday

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:09 pm

Swachh Marathon in Mysuru on Feb. 8

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:06 pm

Engineers should work to strengthen national preparedness, says Navy officer

He was delivering the VTU postgraduate convocation address where 8,702 students graduated in Belagavi

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:03 pm

Mysuru MP welcomes Union Budget, says it aims to realise Developed India

Hailing the budget as people-centric, Mysuru MP Wadiyar claimed the proposed COSMOS training centre to significantly benefit people in the region

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 6:57 pm